I spend some time doing some paperwork. Then it depends on the day—I might meet with clients, or, on particular days, I have to go to court.
CAREER
Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$48,980
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
-22.1% (decline)
Most Common Level of Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants Do
Perform secretarial duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Prepare legal papers and correspondence, such as summonses, complaints, motions, and subpoenas. May also assist with legal research.
Other Job Titles Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants May Have
Confidential Secretary, Coordinating Legal Practice Assistant, Judicial Administrative Assistant, Legal Administrative Assistant, Legal Administrative Secretary, Legal Coordinator, Legal Office Support Assistant, Legal Secretary, Magistrate Assistant, Secretary
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Prepare, proofread, or process legal documents, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, or pretrial agreements.
- Mail, fax, or arrange for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
- Receive and place telephone calls.
- Schedule and make appointments.
- Organize and maintain law libraries, documents, and case files.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
Most common level of education among people in
this career: Some college, no degree (35%)
High school diploma or equivalent
Some college, no degree
Associate's degree
Other*
*All other responses combined for clarity.
Majors Related to Career
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
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Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
High School Students
Try to start interning to get into the courthouse as much as possible so that the judges know who you are and what type of person you're like.
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